<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>A Japan‑based FMCG company responsible for the import, sales, distribution, and marketing of a globally recognized non‑alcoholic beverage brand.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>The Purchasing Manager is responsible for managing indirect and operational procurement, ensuring cost efficiency, supplier quality, and compliance with global procurement policies. The role works closely with internal stakeholders (Marketing, Sales, Operations, Finance) and global teams to support business activities in a fast‑paced FMCG environment.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Manage purchasing activities for indirect spend (e.g. marketing services, promotional materials, events, logistics, office‑related categories)</li><li>Source, evaluate, and manage suppliers in line with global procurement standards</li><li>Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service levels to optimize cost and quality</li><li>Oversee purchase order processes and ensure compliance with internal controls</li><li>Collaborate with regional / global procurement teams on sourcing initiatives</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Experience in procurement / purchasing within FMCG or consumer‑driven industries</li><li>Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Understanding of non‑manufacturing, import‑based business models</li><li>Ability to work in a matrixed, international organization</li><li>Business‑level Japanese and English</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>8 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 67040-0013408063</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/a2F6dWtvLm95YS4yNzU5MS4xMDg5OEByaGlqcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Company Overview</strong></p><ul><li>As a member of one of Japan's leading financial groups, this company is actively engaged in optimizing procurement and purchasing functions, driving cost reductions, and leading organizational transformation. With a strong focus on building efficient procurement processes, transforming company culture, and promoting strategic partnerships with a wide range of suppliers, the company offers an environment where you can lead various purchasing projects in collaboration with diverse stakeholders both domestically and internationally.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Planning, development, and implementation of company-wide procurement processes and governance rules to drive optimal and efficient purchasing operations</li><li>Overall management of purchasing activities, including formulating procurement strategies, supplier selection, and price negotiations</li><li>Driving organizational cost-awareness through planning and execution of cost reduction initiatives and demand management</li><li>Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to optimize spending in various categories through dedicated projects</li><li>Assignment to specific spend categories, such as outsourcing, postage/printing, advertising, market data, or facility-related costs (including fixtures, logistics, and layout design/changes), decided based on experience and preference</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Practical experience in procurement or purchasing, including supplier selection, price negotiation, and cost reduction</li><li>Strong communication skills with the ability to coordinate and lead consensus-building among a variety of internal and external stakeholders</li><li>Professional certifications related to procurement or purchasing are welcomed (e.g., supply management qualifications or relevant professional certifications)</li><li>Experience working in purchasing within a large organization or managing procurement across multiple categories is a plus</li><li>Data aggregation and analytical skills using tools such as Excel, Access, or PowerPlatform</li><li>Business-level English proficiency is an advantage</li><li>Knowledge or experience with procurement-related systems, such as cloud or ERP, is appreciated</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Points</strong></p><ul><li>Work in a relatively new organization where you can proactively contribute to company-wide process improvements with your ideas</li><li>Gain extensive practical experience through working with various purchasing categories and interacting with a wide range of suppliers</li><li>Dynamic environment that provides opportunities to broaden your career through collaboration with stakeholders both in Japan and overseas</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Location</strong><br />Tokyo</p><p> </p><p><strong>Salary</strong><br />JPY 9,000,000 - 12,000,000</p><p> </p><p><strong>Reference Number:</strong> 67040-0013408068</p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/a2F6dWtvLm95YS42NDQ0Ny4xMDg5OEByaGlqcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>A rare opportunity to join a fast-growing global fintech platform at the forefront of payments, banking, and financial infrastructure. Backed by strong international growth and a robust product suite, the company partners with banks, financial institutions, platform businesses, and large enterprises to deliver seamless, scalable financial services. The business is now entering an exciting growth phase and is looking for a VP of Sales to take Japan to the next level.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Own new client acquisition and revenue growth across Japan, with a primary focus on enterprise customers and financial institutions.</li><li>Reporting to the VP of APAC, you will proactively hunt for opportunities through direct outreach, build and manage a healthy sales pipeline, and close deals end-to-end.</li><li>Work cross-functionally with management, peers, and product and engineering teams across the APAC region.</li><li>Serve as the face of the company in Japan - representing the business with regulators, partners, and customers.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Experience at an agile fintech in a 0→1 or 1→10 capacity is a strong plus.</li><li>Demonstrable track record of outperforming commercial targets in prior sales roles.</li><li>Ability to independently source and develop a healthy pipeline within financial institutions.</li><li>Consultative selling skills with a results-oriented, client-first mindset.</li><li>Data-driven and analytical in your approach to pipeline management and performance.</li><li>Self-motivated; effective both independently and as part of a global team.</li><li>Native-level Japanese and fluent English are required.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Step into a market-ready platform - licensing groundwork is in place, so you can focus on building and winning from day one.</li><li>Join a pioneer at the forefront of modern payments, with a clear mandate to own Japan.</li><li>A highly competitive commission structure designed to reward strong enterprise sales performance.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>25 - 35 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013416251</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/b3NrYXIudGFrZW5ha2EuMzU5NjguMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
